From around 6.30 am this morning I knew today was going to be one of those days, what started well after a restful night of sleep quickly turned into chaos and conflict thanks to a rather grumpy toddler. Ironically he had also slept well but had just decided that today was the time to assert…
Small acts of kindness – one cup at a time
The power of touch
So often in our busy lives we underestimate the power of a caring touch, in a world of fake French air kisses and multiple hugs we dish out affection to acquaintances we have just met yet for those constant loved ones who stand by us every day it’s easy to take them for granted. Today…
Personal definitions of success
Recently I’ve started to see different types of coaches from holistic practitioners focused on nutrition and wellbeing to professional coaches used to working with Fortune 500 execs. My partner often questions my motivation for seeking out such a support network and I am also asking myself if I’m expecting these people to hand me answers…
New Year Changes
The new year always seems to give me a new sense of optimism, like a clean slate that has yet to be written. However, this year seems slightly different, having lived in China for over 10 years this time between the calendar new year and Chinese New Year has started to feel like a strange…
5 minutes with Alizee Buysschaert
We sit down with Alizee Buysschaert founder of Zerowasteshanghai.com for 5 minutes of quick fire questions Best and hardest thing about being an entrepreneur in Shanghai? Best: Meeting incredible people Worst: Self-inflicted pressure, competition Biggest lesson learnt? Don’t have any expectations, believe in your network Best advice you have every received? Dream and think Big…
From Zero to Hero, How a community based entrepreneur is pushing the boundaries of sustainable living.
Alizee Buysschaert is one of the most passionate people I’ve met when it comes to living a more sustainable life. Her passion is waste… that is helping companies and individuals work toward a zero-waste lifestyle. I first met Alizee when she came to speak at a community forum organized by a multinational fashion brand. Her…